1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (302 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 828 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercedes-Benz E (460 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1962 Lancia Appia 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Lancia Mercedes-Benz
Model Appia E
Year Released 1962 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1089 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 3000 RPM
Torque 77 Nm 460 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 97 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 10.1:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1728 kg
Vehicle Length 4020 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1490 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 80 L


 

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